‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ recreated as 1940s radio play

Riverbend Players present Christmas classic in Nehalem

Published on November 8, 2018 12:54PM

Courtesy Mike Arseneault

The Riverbend Players in Nehalem rehearse the radio play ‘It’s a Wonderful Life.’

NEHALEM — Riverbend Players will put on a production of the Christmas classic “It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play” by Joe Landry at the North County Recreation District Performing Arts Center, 36155 Ninth St.

The show is recreated in the style of a 1940s radio play complete with authentic costumes and sounds.

Showings are 7 p.m. Nov. 9, 10, 17, and 2 p.m. Nov. 11 and 18.

Tickets are $12 (plus service fee) and advanced tickets are $15 (no fees) at the door. Advanced tickets are available at tickettomato.com.

George Bailey, overwhelmed by family obligations and a sense of responsibility toward his community, feels tied down to a company he never wanted to work for, and a life he never wanted to live. As he ages, he sees his youth, dreams and opportunities pass him by.

Unknown to George, all of his friends and family have been praying for him to get through these hard times. Told through the point of view of a group of angels, he is met by his guardian angel, Clarence, as he contemplates ending his life.